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Markets Focus on Federal Reserve as USDA Monthly Crop Report Takes Backseat Yesterday’s USDA monthly crop report (WASDE Report) entered a market environment already dominated by two major developments: the administration’s $12 billion farm aid package and expectations of another Federal Reserve rate cut. With financial markets laser-focused on interest rate movements, both Chicago grain traders and Wall Street placed …
The U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council has released its annual year-end corn quality report—its 15th consecutive edition—and the 2025 results show one of the best U.S. corn crops ever produced. According to the report, “U.S. corn producers delivering one of the highest quality crops on record.” The 2025 harvest not only achieved historic volume, but also showcased exceptional grain quality. …
Alabama Issues Notice to Suspend Grain Dealer License Over Unpaid Producers The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has issued a formal notice of intent to suspend a grain dealer license after multiple farmers reported missing payments for delivered grain. Commissioner Rick Pate announced the action following complaints from Alabama producers who had not been paid by Hansen-Mueller Co. …
Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern Merger Advances Amid Agricultural Concerns Shareholders of Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) railroads have nearly unanimously approved the next step in the multi-year process to merge the two companies. If completed, the merger will create America’s first coast-to-coast railroad, promising faster delivery times and competitive rail rates for many industries. Potential Benefits Highlighted by Rail …
USDA Updates 2025 Corn and Cotton Forecasts as Farmers Seek Profitable Options As USDA’s Ag Statistics Service works to catch up after the recent federal shutdown, farmers across the country continue searching for commodities that will generate profit next season—a task becoming increasingly difficult as markets tighten. The latest USDA updates on corn and cotton provide important insight into production …
Traders Anticipate Market Shifts Ahead of November USDA Crop Report After a two-month data gap, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is set to release its long-awaited crop report, which could bring significant movement to the grain markets. The last official supply and demand report was issued on September 12, leaving traders, exporters, and producers without updated figures during the …
National Corn Growers Association Calls for Full Renewal of USMCA to Protect Corn Trade The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is urging the full 16-year renewal of the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), emphasizing its essential role in supporting and expanding U.S. corn exports across North America. The organization submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) outlining the agreement’s importance to …
November Grain Market Technical Update: Corn and Soybeans Test Key Levels As we move through the first week of November, analysts are closely watching the technical side of the grain trade, with both corn and soybean futures showing notable movement after recent rallies. December corn futures rallied early in the week, climbing above a major 200-day moving average around the …
The Civil War’s Wheat Boom During the Civil War, wheat became one of the most valuable crops in the United States. With soldiers and civilians alike needing bread and other staples, demand soared—and so did prices. Farmers across the Midwest and East quickly responded, planting more wheat than ever before. Fields that once held diverse crops were converted to wheat …
A Pioneering Moment in American Agriculture In 1873, Illinois farmer Fred Hatch built what is believed to be America’s first version of the modern silo. During this period, grain storage was a persistent challenge for farmers who struggled to keep their harvest safe from spoilage, rot, and rodent damage. Hatch’s creative solution to this problem would set a precedent for …
